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Oleksandr Syrskyi

Former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Ukrainian Armed Forces

2 articles · 18 August 2026 to 19 August 2026

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Reported tensions with Fedorov preceded both men's dismissals within days of each other.
Clashed with Fedorov leading to latter's dismissal; subsequently sacked after street protests

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Sacked Ukrainian defence minister challenges Zelensky with election demand

Mykhailo Fedorov, dismissed in July after six months leading the defence ministry, has broken with the president by calling for a presidential vote despite martial law, while anti-corruption raids target the presidential office.

Sofia Marchetti19 August 20268 min read

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Dismissed Ukrainian defence minister demands wartime presidential election

Mykhailo Fedorov calls for democratic renewal as Zelenskyy's term expired in May 2024 and parliament prepares to confirm new defence chief

Clara Devereux18 August 20268 min read

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